Horror movies may well be the perfect date movies. They're an excellent excuse to sit close together in the dark, plus grabbing his hand during the scary parts is totally acceptable. There are no cheesy rom-com clichés to deal with, and studies have shown that scary situations promote intimacy. Here are our favorite horror movies to watch on a date. Poll: Why Do You Like Date Movies?

The Descent
What happens: A group of women go spelunking and end up navigating far more than stalactites. 
Good for: Feminists who want to be truly terrified. This Love Buzzer screamed out loud … Read More

Somehow dating—especially in the early parts of courtship—got all tangled up in endless rounds of booze, wine buzzes ripe with oversharing and nasty hangovers. While there's a time and place for all things debauche, nothing clouds a "should I see this person again?" judgement more than a splitting headache, cotton mouth and wondering how you got home. Dating Dealbreakers: Top 5 Reasons Guys Dump You

So for those of you looking to date like a sober person (or just look like one!) here are a few non-alcoholic dating ideas that would make your mother proud. Read More

Periodically, things go really well. Property values grow at unprecedented rates. The S & P 500 grows 13% year over year. And, once in a blue moon, a single pretty good (but not great) idea will catch the right executive's eye and move someone from the creative class into the realm of the nouveau riche (and they will buy Jet Skis for all of their friends). Then other times, the unemployment rate more than doubles inflation and the best solution anyone can think of is to tax high-earners in excess of 50% of their income. In the latter scenario, romance, … Read More

Rainy periods can seem neverending. When the pelting rain continues on into the weekend, it can be a nice excuse to laze around and stick indoors. But be sure not to shun the one you love. Instead make the most of the misty, romantic rainy days and cozy up to your date with one of these top four rainy-day date ideas.

1. Hit the Aquarium. The theme, obviously, is water. Get out your brightest rain gear, including boots, and plan to get a little wet as you head to watch the underwater animals at play. Be sure that the umbrella … Read More

Maybe we don't all wear an LBD (Little Black Dress) on a first date. But, chances are, everyone needs something non-denim for an occasion—be it a wedding, holiday gathering or simply to make yourself feel sexy on an average Friday night.

This Maria Bianca Nero sheath dress is the bee's knees of LBDs. The length and cap-sleeves make it appropriate, and the cut keeps it sexy. The Los Angeles-based label has graced the skin of Jennifer Hudson and Jessica Simpson, not to mention countless fashion covers.

Now, let's say you're all dolled up and nowhere to go? On October 3, … Read More